"Winnipeg Jets Make Roster Move: Forward Danil Zhilkin Returns to AHL Manitoba In a move that was all but inevitable, the Winnipeg Jets have loaned forward Danil Zhilkin to the AHL's Manitoba Moose, just days after being recalled under emergency conditions. The recall was necessitated by injuries and other absences, but with Zhilkin now scratched from the lineup, the Jets were able to ice a full complement of 12 forwards. This development suggests that the team's injury situation has stabilized, and they can now return to a more normal roster configuration. The move is a standard part of the NHL's system, allowing teams to manage their rosters effectively and keep their players developing in the minor leagues."
The Jets loaned forward Danil Zhilkin to AHL Manitoba on Friday, per a team announcement. Since his recall last week came under emergency conditions, Zhilkin needed to be returned to the minors as soon as he was no longer needed for Winnipeg to ice 12 forwards. That happened last night as he was scratched for their 3-0 […]
